# Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre, Lowestoft — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Strike up family fun at this ten-pin bowling venue where you can enjoy lane games, grab a bite at the onsite restaurant, and even bring your own picnic to make a full day of it.

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Bowling Alley

# Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre

Unit 11 Capital Trading Estate, Rant Score Whapload Road

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3795488925871520254&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [jordan levett](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115131550079166724318)

**In short:** Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre is a bowling alley in Lowestoft, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 730 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre

Strike up family fun at this ten-pin bowling venue where you can enjoy lane games, grab a bite at the onsite restaurant, and even bring your own picnic to make a full day of it.

## What's nearby

- Nest Autos next door
- Euro Car Parts next door
- Brewers Decorator Centres Lowestoft next door
- Leaders Letting & Estate Agents in Lowestoft next door
- Spice Den 150m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[matthew warner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113673959178174139447/reviews) ★★★★★

Absolutely love Richardson Bowling Alley in Lowestoft. The staff are genuinely some of the kindest you’ll meet – super welcoming, friendly, and always happy to help, which instantly makes the place feel comfortable. Prices are really cheap compared to other bowling alleys, so you don’t feel robbed just for having a good time. The bowling itself is excellent too – lanes are well maintained and the games run smoothly. Overall, it’s a top-tier spot for a fun night out, great value for money, and amazing vibes all around. Would 100% recommend. 🎳

· via Google

[Peter Veni](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100247763205130350421/reviews) ★★★★★

Excellent bowling at reasonable rates. Bar prices very cheap with spirits from £2.50. Plenty to keep little man happy (aged 5). Ample car park. Only criticism is tv volume so loud could not talk whilst playing bowls or sitting in bar. Only party in bar for over an hour and a half, but bar staff stated management orders dictate full volume throughout centre whilst euros were on despite only them watching it. Visited 16.00hrs till 19.30hrs on a Saturday evening.

· via Google

[daniel brittle](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110581568215619498888/reviews) ★★★★★

It's ok, but not what I would call a proper bowling alley. Strings attached to the pins isn't something I have seen before and certainly didn't assist. In fact they hindered. My wife should have had a strike, but a pin got caught in a string and didn't fall. I have bowled many times and average 150+ but didn't manage above 110. Perhaps it was me having a bad day, but those strings certainly didn't help. Good play area for the kids. Lots of pool tables and good selection of food, although we didn't eat. Will we go back? I don't think so. We prefer a proper, traditional bowling alley

· via Google

[Lilly Land](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112507514494529342934/reviews) ★★★★★

Richardson's Family Entertainment was really lovely. We had a birthday party here. The staff were very helpful, polite and friendly. The place was spotlessly clean.All the children enjoyed themselves. We can't wait to return.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47da1a8b7f9f4459:0x34ac4911978039fe!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

## At a glance

**Address** 11, Capital Trading Estate, Rant Score, Whapload Road, Lowestoft, NR32 1TY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.4813807%2C1.7580400)

**Category** Bowling Alleys

**Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (730 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor

**Destination** Lowestoft

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★ 4.3 (730 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.richardsonsfamilybowl.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01502 519200](tel:01502519200)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Lowestoft

**Postcode** NR32 1TY

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9F43FQJ5+H6

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre?

Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre is open Mon–Sun 10am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre any good?

Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 730 Google reviews.

### Is Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre indoors or outdoors?

Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre suitable for?

Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre suits all ages.

### Is Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre wheelchair accessible?

Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

### Is there parking at Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and paid street parking.

### How do I contact Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre?

Call Richardsons Family Entertainment Centre on +44 1502 519200.

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